Poco M5s vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $210 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 46/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,673,316 vs 535,127); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M5s
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Poco M5s better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $210 vs $300
- Better portability (68/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1673316 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 19 points higher (65/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M5s — 50/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco M5s (69/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (94/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Poco M5s are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco M5s (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (68/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M5s | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $210 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M5s and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Poco M5s by 68.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Poco M5s was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco M5s (69/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (94/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Poco M5s are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco M5s (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (68/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco M5s — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.